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Latvia Greeting

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is greeted by Latvia Defense Minister Artis Pabriks after Austin’s arrival at Lielvarde Air Base, Latvia, Aug. 9, 2022.

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Tags: Latvia, Austin, Defense Secretary, nato, partnerships
Credit: Air Force Staff Sgt. Julian W. Kemper, DOD VIRIN: 220809-F-CN170-342.JPG

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